Welcome to Canada: Multilingual resources for newcomers

Moving to Canada is an exciting opportunity, but also a great challenge. These resources, which are available in many languages, can help you find out what to expect in your first few weeks of coming to Canada.

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Arriving in Canada

Before you arrive

Prepare before you arrive. Learn about free pre-arrival services.

After you arrive

Learn about important things to do in the first few weeks after you arrive.

Finding a place to live

Housing

Get settled and start preparing for your new home.

Getting health care

Health care services

Learn about health care in Canada and how to get the services you need.

Working in Canada

Job search

Get ready to work in Canada. Learn about career options and services.

Foreign credential recognition

Learn about foreign credential recognition and how to set yourself up for success.

Studying in Canada

Overview of education in Canada

Education is important. Get familiar with schooling in Canada.

Post-secondary education

Continue your learning. Find more about post-secondary education.

Living in Canada

Money and finances

Start planning for the future. Find out about the cost of living in Canada.


Community building

Learn about building community connections in Canada.


Consumer protection

Learn about the rights that protect you as a consumer.

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Indigenous Peoples

Learn about the identities and cultures of Indigenous Peoples of Canada.

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2025-08-11